Reflections on the Teaching of Vatican II Through the Magisterium of John Paul II, Benedict XVI and Francis

Monday, April 14, 2008

President Bush on Benedict XVI

WASHINGTON, D.C., APRIL 13, 2008 (Zenit.org).- Here is a transcription of the interview held by EWTN anchor Raymond Arroyo with U.S. President George Bush on Friday. Arroyo spoke with the president leading up to Benedict XVI's April 15-20 visit to the United States.

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Q Mr. President, final question.

THE PRESIDENT: Yes, sir.

Q You said, famously, when you looked into Vladimir Putin's eyes you saw his soul. THE PRESIDENT: Yes. Q When you look into Benedict XVI's eyes what do you see? THE PRESIDENT: God.

Q Good way to end the interview. THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, sir. Q Thank you, sir. My pleasure.